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July 22, 2023
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May 15, 2023
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March 18, 2023
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January 21, 2023
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New Child Support Payment Options in Texas
November 1, 2022
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Preparing for the End of your Marriage!
September 24, 2022
Are you contemplating a divorce, or do you think your spouse is? Here at The Essex Law Firm, I tell my clients, even …
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June 26, 2022
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May 7, 2022
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Don’t Fight over Fluffy – Pets and Divorce
March 28, 2022
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October 1, 2021
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Vaccinating the Kids
August 23, 2021
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The Truth About Legal Fees
July 19, 2021
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What is Deemed Income in Texas Child Support Orders?
February 23, 2021
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March 10, 2020
Many of us spend the day jumping from one family or work assignment to the next. And just like mail at the post offic…
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Merry Christmas 2019
December 20, 2019
At the Essex Law Firm, we want to wish you a Happy Holiday season, and a very Merry Christmas. We hope you enjoy fami…
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How to get through the holiday spousal blues
November 20, 2019
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Credit Card Debt after Death
September 9, 2019
‘Til death do us part? Credit card debt can live on after a loved one’s passing – here’s what to do We can all agree …
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Does the family home have to be sold during a divorce?
April 17, 2019
The short answer is, no it does not have to be sold and is usually not sold. The discussion about the fa…
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Why am I Paying Child Support in a Joint Custody Arrangement?
December 26, 2018
Why am I paying child support in a joint custody arrangement? This question comes up frequently in divorce nego…
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When Your Ex Comes Back from the Dead
October 29, 2018
Considering all the scary things that could happen during and after a divorce, most of us would be most happy if the…
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Health Insurance and Divorce in Texas
September 24, 2018
Health insurance availability and premium costs have for the past few years been major topics in the U.S. news. Prem…
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Don’t Pay Directly; Pay Through the System
May 3, 2018
Are you a non-custodial parent who is ordered to pay child support in Texas? If so, listen up. This article may save…
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January 16, 2018
It may be time to face relationship reality. For many of us, the holidays are a joyous and relaxing time filled with …
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Common Misconceptions about Homeownership and Divorce in Texas
December 21, 2017
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Common Misconceptions about Property Division in Texas
November 27, 2017
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Common Misconceptions about Child Support in Texas
October 27, 2017
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Common Misconceptions about Child Custody in Texas
October 2, 2017
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How to Escape an Abusive Relationship
September 7, 2017
The statistics are staggering and sad. According to multiple sources, three of every ten women (and one of every ten …
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May 10, 2017
Back in 1970, Texas became one of the first states to offer couples a less confrontational, less expensive way to end…
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Why Am I Called the Red Headed Lawyer?
January 2, 2017
I mean, besides the obvious reason (that I am a redhead), why promote my hair color to prospective clients? Is it ju…
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November 28, 2016
Finding an affordable divorce attorney in Spring (or anywhere) can be a difficult and time-consuming process. Stress …
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In law, as in life, education counts. You wouldn’t want your doctor working on that pesky gas leak at your house. You…
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September 21, 2016
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August 2, 2016
Here in Texas, we have a long (and some would say loving) relationship with firearms. Even before becoming a state in…
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Texas Toughens Child Support Enforcement
July 11, 2016
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June 2, 2016
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April 21, 2016
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February 12, 2016
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December 8, 2015
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October 26, 2015
If you are in a relationship with an abusive partner, you might feel trapped, helpless or have no idea where to turn….
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How to Make the Divorce Process as Easy as Possible
September 23, 2015
Divorce isn’t easy. Typically, it’s a long, emotional and drawn out time in your life that you never imagined would b…
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Personality Disorders in Divorce
August 10, 2015
Recently I read an article entitled “Personality Disorders in Divorce” by Jim Dolan. That got your attention, didn’t …
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Marriage and Divorce in Texas
July 29, 2015
An overview of how marriage and divorce works in Texas, taken from the Houston Bar Assocation Family Law Handbook. Ma…
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Attorney Consultation with Skype
June 23, 2015
Always looking for new ways to increase efficiency and better communicate with clients, the Essex Law Firm now offers…
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Marital Agreements in Texas
June 8, 2015
Most of us have heard of marital agreements but often associate things like “prenups” and “postnups” with celebrities…
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The Marital Home
April 30, 2015
In most divorce cases, the marital home is the largest jointly owned asset and is subject to division per the Texas …
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Till Death Do Us Part? by Judith Bryant
October 11, 2014
There are many common myths concerning divorce in the state of Texas, which include: If I get the kids 50 percent of…
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Domestic Violence
September 15, 2014
I believe one of the biggest failings of our family court system is the failure to understand the vicious cycle of fa…
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Why We Use MyCase.com
September 4, 2014
The number one complaint to State Bar Associations involves insufficient attorney-client communication. Often, client…
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August 23, 2014
Standard injunctions routinely imposed in family cases in Texas can cause our clients to violate ‘The Brady Bill’, 1…
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Who Gets Fido?
August 12, 2014
Even under the best of circumstances divvying up your assets and deciding who gets what in the divorce settlement ca…
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What is Probate?
August 1, 2014
What is probate? Essentially, it is the process by which the court distributes your estate after your death. If you h…
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July 17, 2014
Looking for Spring Texas Divorce Lawyers? Marivonne Essex and the Essex Law Firm are your go to source for all family…
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Lady Bird Deed
June 27, 2014
As a family law attorney, my areas of expertise include divorce, child support and other family related matters. I al…
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Keeping Your Cool During Divorce
June 17, 2014
Divorce can be overwhelming. Right now, your world may feel like it is upside down. Keeping your emotions in check an…
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Ten Common Divorce Misconceptions
June 3, 2014
Most of what we know about divorce either comes from friends and acquaintances who have been through the process or t…
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Why Should I Opt for a Divorce Instead of a Separation?
May 19, 2014
Often times, when a marriage goes downhill, spouses may opt to separate rather than divorce. In some cases, a separa…
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Video Introduction
April 22, 2014
Marivonne Essex discusses the benefits of choosing The Essex Law Firm for your family law issues.
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Recognizing Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect
April 7, 2014
Anytime you leave your child in the care of someone else, a part of you is always concerned with whether or not they …
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What is a Divorce Decree?
March 26, 2014
A divorce decree, also know as the final decree of divorce, is a formal document granted by the court and signed by a…
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2014 Harris County Primary Results
March 5, 2014
Originally from The Mongoose Newsletter by Attorney Greg Enos Harris County Primary Results 70% of Republicans Smartl…
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Estoppel Is No Longer a Defense to a Child Support Enforcement Proceeding
January 24, 2014
Texas Supreme Court ruling in 2013: A father and mother agreed that the father’s child support obligation would cease…
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What Happens When I Die?
January 10, 2014
The beginning of the new year is a good time to review your Will and other end-of-life documents. Were you divorced d…
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The Woodlands Divorce Attorney
January 3, 2014
The dissolution of a marriage is a difficult thing, not just emotionally, but also logistically and financially. Ther…
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Divorce Attorney for Males
October 31, 2013
Contrary to popular belief, when men go through divorces, they experience many of the same devastating emotions that …
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Being Prepared for Divorce Court Proceedings
September 11, 2013
For many people, attending a divorce hearing will mark the first time they have been in front of a judge, and it can …
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What to Do After Receiving the Divorce Decree
August 13, 2013
After the divorce process has been completed, many people often feel relieved. But there’s still work to be done. Th…
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Cons of a Do It Yourself Divorce
July 31, 2013
The legal term that refers to self-representation in court is known as representing yourself pro-se. Many people who …
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Difference Between Divorce and Annulment
July 16, 2013
Divorce and annulment are both designed to legally dissolve a marriage. A divorce ends a marriage while an annulment …
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Losing Health Insurance After a Divorce
July 3, 2013
Each year, over 100,000 women lose their health insurance coverage after divorcing their spouses, and over half of th…
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What About The House?
June 19, 2013
During a divorce, the family home is usually the largest and most difficult asset to manage. What to do with the home…
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Choosing The Right Lawyer
June 12, 2013
When involved in a serious legal dispute most people know the first thing they should do is contact a lawyer. However…
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Why divorce rates have increased over the years
June 7, 2013
Original Article for attorneys.com “Half of all marriages end in divorce” has been a widely accepted idea for many ye…
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Rebuilding Your Social Life After a Divorce
May 29, 2013
Divorce is the end of a relationship but it is not the end of the world. After a divorce, it is important to reach ou…
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How to Make Divorce Easier On Your Children
May 22, 2013
Sometimes in the aftermath of a divorce, spouses can get so caught up in their own quarrel that they don’t realize wh…
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Financial Security During a Separation
May 16, 2013
If you have separated from your spouse and are considering a divorce, you are more than likely in the middle of an em…
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The Divorce Process
May 8, 2013
After making the difficult decision to get a divorce, the next question that typically comes to mind is, “how do I ac…
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Best Interest of the Child
May 3, 2013
No matter how much you and the other parent try to resolve disputes in a mature fashion, it is a good possibility tha…
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When Divorce Is The Only Option
April 24, 2013
Sometimes relationships cannot be salvaged. There are problems that cannot be resolved with therapy and an effort at …
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How Divorce Affects Taxes
April 17, 2013
Taxes have a major impact on nearly every aspect of life, including divorce. However, some couples become so angry at…
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Let’s Hire a Professional Divorce Attorney
March 29, 2013
Recently, one of my colleague’s friends saw first-hand what it was like to try and get a divorce, without representat…
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Facebook used to charge father with failure to pay child support
March 26, 2013
Original Article by Alexa Valiente for ABCNews.com Once again, Facebook was used to garner evidence against someone …
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Alienation
March 20, 2013
“Alienation” is becoming a frequent topic for family law attorneys. If you are not familiar with the term (as applied…
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